As part of a yearly promise to assist with the needs of Tarpon Springs Elementary School's more than 500 students, Florida Hospital North Pinellas employees donated a truckload of backpacks and school supplies for teachers and students.

"We are thrilled to be able to provide much-needed school supplies and backpacks to our local school," said Vernon Elarbee, the hospital's human resources director and coordinator of the project. "Every school year, our employees are very generous and donate to our school supply fund so that our community's kids can benefit. We made a promise to the school a long time ago that we will continue this effort every year. I'm hoping we can keep increasing our donations year by year."

The supplies were delivered Aug. 16, a week before the start of the new school year.

Saturday

Heart and Hope: This full-day event is designed to help bring individuals who are at risk, families who have children with disabilities and the professionals that serve them awareness to options and rights that are available to them within the school system and beyond. Includes multi-lingual workshops, exhibitors, free lunch, guest speakers, a kids camp, door prizes and an IEP clinic with one-on-one assistance. Free. 8 a.m., Dunedin Highland Middle School, 70 Patricia Ave., Dunedin. (727) 523-1130 .

Fit-A-Thon: Make up for those days you've missed going to the gym at this sweat-a-thon with free goodies, healthy recipes, chair massages, stress reduction tips and school supplies for children. Free. 9 a.m., Highland Recreation Complex and Family Aquatic Center, 400 Highland Ave. NE, Largo. (727) 518-3016.

Bike the Clearwater East/West Trail: Meet up near the entrance of Philippe Park, shelter 5, and enjoy the twists, turns and short "hills" of the Clearwater East/West Trail as it winds through several of the area's prettiest parks. Following the ride, have breakfast in downtown Safety Harbor. 24 miles at 12-14 mph. Helmets are required. Free. 7:30 a.m., Philippe Park, 2525 Philippe Parkway, Safety Harbor. (813) 598-4944. www.tampabaysundaybicycle.blogspot.com

Sibling Class: Becoming a big brother or sister can be both exciting and stressful for a child. This class addresses the joys and challenges. At least one parent must attend the class with the child. For ages three to five. Call to register. $10. 3 p.m., St. Joseph's Women's Hospital Pavilion, 3030 W Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., fourth floor, Tampa. (813) 443-3078.

Recovery International: Abraham Low Self-Help System, a support group designed for people suffering from anxiety, panic attacks and symptoms caused by fear and anger, meets at these upcoming times and locations:

Celiac Support Group: Celiac disease, an intestinal disorder, affects one out of every 133 people. Although there is no cure, it can be controlled by following a gluten-free diet. Some find that going gluten-free is not easy. A support group can help. 10 a.m. the third Saturday of every month at Mease Countryside Hospital, Meeting Rooms 1, 2 and 3, 3231 McMullen-Booth Road, Safety Harbor. Call (727) 734-0561 or email bkelly1@tampabay.rr.com.